Does your heart beat a little faster for ethics and integrity and for IKEA?
We are looking for an experienced investigator to join our Ethics & Integrity team in Delft.
Alongside conducting investigations, you will also work on policy; shaping and strengthening the standards that guide how we do what's right. It's a role that combines sharp investigative skills with genuine empathy and curiosity, handling concerns fairly and with care so people feel safe to speak up and confident they'll be heard. Interested in making a difference? We would love to hear from you, see the full role below.
We are on the journey to transform our digital capabilities, bringing core business processes, people, data & technology together - an enabler for IKEA to become an even better home furnishing retailer in the future. A journey that needs passionate people who embrace change, dare to question and want to make a difference. If that sounds like you, come and join us. Together we can do great things!
Job DescriptionThis role is part of the Ethics & Integrity team and reports to the Ethics & Integrity Manager. Together with the team, you will help shape and further develop how we work with ethics and integrity across the global Inter IKEA organisation. In this role, you will conduct inquiries and investigations into concerns raised through our Raise a Concern channels, including matters such as fraud, corruption, bribery, conflicts of interest, harassment, and discrimination. You will also lead training and awareness initiatives on topics such as concern handling and anti-corruption, while supporting preventive efforts that strengthen our IKEA culture and help foster a safe and ethical workplace.
On a daily basis you will:
Support driving the global Ethics & Integrity agenda within Inter IKEA Group.
Operate the primary process of the Inter IKEA Group global whistleblowing scheme, the so called Raise a Concern platform.
Lead and support high level, complex and multi-faceted investigations for the Group Ethics Committee. Support with inquiries and investigations across other businesses.
Secure a consistent and ethical approach to inquiries and investigations across all businesses.
Provide training and learning sessions and maintain working routines in order to ensure professional and legally compliant concern handling practices.
Contribute to a continuous development of concern handling practices for Inter IKEA Group, e.g. in the field of data-forensics, the appliance of AI, or updating procedures and working methods. Focus on both preventive and reactive potential for the company.
Monitor data, trends and developments in the field of ‘raise a concern’.. Support with reporting on Ethics & Integrity topics.
Coordinate, facilitate and lead awareness and communication activities..
For more information on Ethics & Integrity within Inter IKEA Group, please see: https://www.inter.ikea.com/en/how-we-do-business/ethics-and-integrity
About you
You have a natural interest in building relationships with people and enjoy working in a multinational organisation, currently in transformation. You strive for improvement, while balancing simplicity with excellence, and always consider the implications on the entire organisation.
To be successful in this role, the following knowledge, skills and experiences would be valuable:
Extensive investigation skills/experience, including, planning, fact finding, document analysis, non-confrontational interviews and report writing, with different topics (e.g. HR-related topics like harassment and discrimination as well as fraud and corruption.)
Well-developed communication skills, including verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, coaching and active listening
Experience in working with investigations in a global environment, within different cultures.
Experience with the responsible adoption of AI in business processes, combined with the practical use of AI tools in day-to-day work while maintaining high standards of ethics, integrity, and compliance.
Level of knowledge and understanding of compliance with a Code of Conduct and related policies
Lead based on trust, interdependency and inclusiveness in the context of the IKEA culture and values
Strong motivation to safeguard the integrity of the co-workers as well as the IKEA Brand
Analytical, conceptual and critical thinking capability; ability to identify key issues and develop relevant solutions in a structured way
Ability to remain calm in high stress situations
Relevant knowledge of applicable legal requirements and societal developments (e.g. whistleblowing, anti-corruption or handling of personal data)
An active professional certification is considered as an advantage (i.e. CFE, CPI or similar)
At least 6-8 years of relevant experience
Additional information
This is a fulltime role (40 hours per week) and based in Delft, The Netherlands. Does this sound like your next challenge? IKEA offers an exciting and empowering work environment in a global workplace. And as the world’s leader at life at home, you have exceptional opportunities to grow and develop together with us.
We want to understand the why! Tell us, as part of your application, why you think you would be a good fit for this role. Interested? Submit your CV and motivation letter, in English, by 11 September 2026.
Skills Required
- Extensive investigation experience, including planning, fact finding, document analysis, non-confrontational interviews, and report writing
- Experience investigating HR-related matters such as harassment and discrimination, as well as fraud and corruption
- Strong verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, coaching, and active listening skills
- Experience conducting investigations in a global, multinational, and multicultural environment
- Experience with responsible AI adoption in business processes and practical use of AI tools
- Knowledge of Code of Conduct compliance and related policies
- Relevant knowledge of legal requirements and societal developments concerning whistleblowing, anti-corruption, and personal data
- Analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify issues and develop structured solutions
- At least 6–8 years of relevant experience
- Active professional certification such as CFE or CPI
IKEA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IKEA and has not been reviewed or approved by IKEA.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision alongside company‑paid protections. Feedback suggests access is available for many part‑time schedules, with additional resources such as savings accounts and mental health support.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is presented as generous, complemented by paid time off for caregiving needs. Family‑focused benefits like adoption support and childcare discounts are also available in some regions.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401k with company match and the Tack! loyalty pension contributions, alongside pension or group insurance in certain markets. These programs are positioned as broad‑based, adding long‑term value to total rewards.
IKEA Insights
What We Do
The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. Our business idea is to offer well-designed, functional and affordable, high-quality home furnishing, produced with care for people and the environment. The IKEA Brand unites more than 200.000 co-workers and hundreds of companies with different owners all over the world. It’s one brand, but it reaches millions of hearts and homes. Our value chain is unique. It includes everything from product development, design, supply, manufacture and sales – and of course it begins and ends with our customers.
